Ofcom is seeking evidence into the development of the TV distribution landscape over the next decade.
It says whole people still rely on scheduled, linear, TV, both for its ability to inform us what’s happening in the world, but also for the power to bring the nation together in moments of national importance or celebration.
However, the regulator recognises that the way in which we watch television has changed radically and vast libraries of streamed content are now offering viewers a very different experience.
“These market developments raise important questions for policymakers about the longer-term impact that internet TV distribution will have on the services and platforms that viewers rely on and value today,” Ofcom said in a statement.
The Government has asked Ofcom to undertake an early review of market changes that may affect the future of content distribution on Digital Terrestrial TV and other distribution platforms.
Ofcom says it wants to hear from a wide range of stakeholders, including audience groups, content providers, network and infrastructure providers, device manufacturers, and TV platforms.
The closing date for responses is 12 December 2023, and Ofcom expects to submit an early review of market findings to Government in spring 2024.
